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TechnipFMC will design and install flexible pipes for Ithaca Energy as part of the development of the Captain oil field, strengthening its footprint in the UK offshore sector.
A court in Illinois has dismissed a lawsuit filed against ECA Solar, removing legal barriers to the construction of a planned solar facility outside the city limits of Morris.

Helical Fusion signs Japan’s first fusion power purchase agreement with Aoki Super

Helical Fusion has signed a landmark agreement with Aoki Super to supply electricity from fusion, marking a first in Japan’s energy sector and a commercial step forward for the helical stellarator technology.
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EDF power solutions acquires a 20% stake in Obelisk, a 1.1GW hybrid solar and storage project in Egypt led by Scatec and Norfund, marking a new milestone in its regional strategy.
Vaalco Energy has started drilling the ET-15 well on the Etame platform, marking the beginning of phase three of its offshore development programme in Gabon, supported by a contract with Borr Drilling.

Fossil fuel divisions block adoption of major UN report

A key scientific report by the United Nations Environment Programme failed to gain state approval due to deep divisions over fossil fuels and other sensitive issues.
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RTE warns of France’s delay in electrifying energy uses, a key step to limiting fossil fuel imports and supporting its reindustrialisation strategy.
China has received its first liquefied natural gas shipment from Russia’s Portovaya facility, despite growing international sanctions targeting Russian energy exports.

Ukrainian drone disables CPC terminal, disrupting Kazakhstan oil exports

The attack on a key Caspian Pipeline Consortium offshore facility in the Black Sea halves Kazakhstan’s crude exports, exposing oil majors and reshaping regional energy dynamics.
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The European Commission launches a reform to centralise infrastructure decisions and accelerate permitting in order to unblock renewable capacities currently constrained by grid congestion.
Iraq is preparing a managed transition at the West Qurna-2 oil field, following US sanctions against Lukoil, by prioritising a transfer to players deemed reliable by Washington, including ExxonMobil.

Sudanese paramilitaries seize control of strategic Heglig oil site

The Rapid Support Forces have taken Heglig, Sudan’s largest oil site, halting production and increasing risks to regional crude export flows.
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More than $80bn in overseas cleantech investments in one year reveal China’s strategy to export solar and battery overcapacity while bypassing Western trade barriers by establishing industrial operations across the Global South.
India’s nuclear capacity is expected to grow by more than 13,000 MW by 2032, driven by ongoing heavy water reactor construction, new regional projects and small modular reactor development by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre.

India cancels 6.3 GW of renewable connections, signalling regulatory shift

India’s central authority has cancelled 6.3 GW of grid connections for renewable projects since 2022, marking a tightening of regulations and a shift in responsibility back to developers.
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Japanese utility J-POWER has completed the upgrade of Unit 3 at its Okutadami plant, raising the capacity of the country’s largest conventional hydropower facility to 566MW.
Synera Renewable Energy Group has signed a long-term power purchase agreement with Taiwan Smart Electricity & Energy, securing a portion of generation from the Formosa 4 wind farm.

AGL begins construction of 2 GWh Tomago battery in $530 mn project

AGL has begun construction of a 500 MW battery storage system in Tomago, a project valued at AUD800mn ($530.8mn), in the Hunter region, with commissioning expected in 2027.
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Mitsubishi HC Capital Energy and Ecokaku will develop 10 MW of non-subsidised solar power plants annually in Japan, targeting direct contracts with industrial buyers through long-term power purchase agreements.
Real estate group JALCO Holdings diversifies its activities by investing in a 2 MW/8.1 MWh battery energy storage system developed by Taoke Energy in Narita, Chiba Prefecture.
The government of Mozambique is consolidating its gas transport and regasification assets under a public vehicle, anchoring the strategic Beira–Rompco corridor to support Rovuma projects and respond to South Africa’s gas dependency.
The British system operator NESO initiates a consultation process to define the methodology of eleven upcoming regional strategic plans aimed at coordinating energy needs across England, Scotland and Wales.

COP30 locks in adaptation, avoids fossil phase-out and opens a climate regulatory front

The Belém summit ends with a technical compromise prioritising forest investment and adaptation, while avoiding fossil fuel discussions and opening a climate–trade dialogue likely to trigger new regulatory disputes.
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The Asian Development Bank and the Kyrgyz Republic have signed a financing agreement to strengthen energy infrastructure, climate resilience and regional connectivity, with over $700mn committed through 2027.
A study from the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies finds that energy-from-waste with carbon capture delivers nearly twice the climate benefit of converting waste into aviation fuel.

Sipperec renews electricity concession contract with EDF and Enedis

Signed for 25 years, the new concession contract between Sipperec, EDF and Enedis covers 87 municipalities in the Île-de-France region and commits the parties to managing and developing the public electricity distribution network until 2051.
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The French Energy Regulatory Commission publishes its 2023–2024 report, detailing the crisis impact on gas and electricity markets and the measures deployed to support competition and rebuild consumer trust.
Gathered in Belém, states from Africa, Asia, Latin America and Europe support the adoption of a timeline for the gradual withdrawal from fossil fuels, despite expected resistance from several producer countries.

Europeans tighten the noose around Iran with targeted IAEA resolution

The E3 and the United States submit a resolution to the IAEA to formalise Iran's non-cooperation following the June strikes, consolidating the legal basis for tougher energy and financial sanctions.
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The United Kingdom launches a taskforce led by the Energy Minister to strengthen the security of the national power grid after a full shutdown at Heathrow Airport caused by a substation fire.
New Delhi is seeking $68bn in Japanese investment to accelerate gas projects, develop hydrogen and expand LNG import capacity amid increased openness to foreign capital.

Berlin sets subsidised electricity price at €0.05/kWh for heavy industry until 2028

Germany will introduce a capped electricity rate for its most energy-intensive industries to preserve competitiveness amid high power costs.
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Under political pressure, Ademe faces proposals for its elimination. Its president reiterates the agency’s role and justifies the management of the €3.4bn operated in 2024.
Solar and wind generation exceeded the increase in global electricity demand in the first three quarters of 2025, leading to a stagnation in fossil fuel production according to the latest available data.

Malaysia accelerates carbon taxation to safeguard industrial competitiveness

The Malaysian government plans to introduce a carbon tax and strengthen regional partnerships to stabilise its industry amid emerging international regulations.
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E.ON warns about the new German regulatory framework that could undermine profitability of grid investments from 2029.
A major blackout has disrupted electricity supply across the Dominican Republic, impacting transport, tourism and infrastructure nationwide. Authorities state that recovery is underway despite the widespread impact.

Vietnam strengthens its energy policy to accelerate low-carbon transition

Vietnam is consolidating its regulatory and financial framework to decarbonise its economy, structure a national carbon market, and attract foreign investment in its long-term energy strategy.
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The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development strengthens its commitment to renewables in Africa by supporting Infinity Power’s solar and wind expansion beyond Egypt.
Governor Gavin Newsom attended the COP30 summit in Belém to present California as a strategic partner, distancing himself from federal policy and leveraging the state's economic weight.